It’s the type of content you read here on the Crushing Motherhood blog, but in bite size pieces over audio. So fun!

Let’s get started

Now that you know about my FAVORITE skill , let’s dive into the other best Alexa skills for moms.

To use these skills, just say “Alexa open” and then say the skill name.

You will also see the instructions on how to launch each skill on the skill’s home page (see links I’ve inserted below).

1) Simplify dinner

The first category of best Alexa skills for moms is “simplifying dinner.” Some of these skills are verbal and will give you simple to follow ideas. verbally. Others will ask for your email address so they can email you the recipe.

Or you can ask Alexa a question like “how do I cook a turkey.” This can be hit or miss but seems to work for simple questions. She answers the question and then asks if you want more information. I asked her to email me the instructions. So fun and easy!

2) Remember all the groceries

The next category of best Alexa skills for moms is “remembering all the groceries.”

Does it drive you nuts when you

leave the grocery store and realize you forgot a few items?

Or, your husband asks where the coffee creamer is when you get home even though he never asked for it

It does me!

Here’s how Alexa can help:

Any family member add to your grocery list by saying something like “Alexa, add cheese to my grocery list.”

If you don’t have a list yet, Alexa will ask if you want to create one.

Then, you can find your full list in the Alexa app on your phone

PRO-TIP: I like to have separate lists by store (e.g. Costco, Trader Joes, King Soopers)

3) Make entertaining easier

While we’re on the topic of food, The next category of best Alexa skills for moms is “making entertaining easier.” Try these skills:

(They’re all related to alcohol…I guess you can see a window into the type of entertaining I like!)

Did You Know?

I’m a success coach for working moms. I work with other moms to create and execute the mindset, strategies and routines that are required get out of survival mode and achieve your goals, both personally and professionally.

Think of it as a re-set for ambitious moms who want to maximize what they do, who they are, and all they impact, to make the most out of life.

The first step is to meet to talk about your goals, obstacles and build a mini action plan.

These are some useful, thoughtful and practical skills that a busy mom like me can really use. I used to think that Alexanwas mostly for music. I know different now, thanks to your informative post. Thanks for the tips.